Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
DistilleryAdelphiPittyvaich
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.7%43%
Age35 yr12 yr
Price£311.69£350
Rating5.00/5

Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value14/100

Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi) is better value at £312 vs £350.

For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£311.69 vs £350)
  • +Longer maturation (35 vs 12 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£350 vs £311.69)

Who should buy Breath?

Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy Pittyvaich?

Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Only Breath of the Highlands 35 Year Old 1972 (cask 1753) (Adelphi)

Old WoodSherriedDried FruitLeathery

Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna

ToastedVanillaHoneyMalt ExtractNutty

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